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Human Resource Management: HR for People Managers Specialization

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University of Minnesota

Human Resource Management: HR for People Managers Specialization

Become a better manager of people. Develop strategies and skills for hiring, managing performance, and rewarding employees.

John W. Budd
Alan Benson
Larry Bourgerie

Instructors: John W. Budd

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4.8

(12,070 reviews)

Beginner level

Recommended experience

2 months
at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Understanding alternative approaches to managing human resources and appreciating the diversity of factors that motivate workers

  • Applying best practices for hiring and rewarding employees, and for managing employee performance

  • Avoiding key mistakes in (mis)managing human resources

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